Best ways to explore Ponta da Piedade in Lagos

Kayaking tour at Ponta da Piedade in Lagos, Algarve

Ponta da Piedade is a must-see coastal peninsula on Portugal’s southern Algarve coastline. At this imposing natural landmark near Lagos, vibrant orange cliffs rise from the ocean in a dramatic, craggy fashion, creating hidden beaches, caves and grottos, arches, and even rocky animal shapes. Exploring this area is probably the number one thing to do […]

Portugal Road Trip: Where to stop between Lisbon and Lagos, Algarve

Alcacer do Sal streets

If you have at least five days or even a week in Portugal, you might like to skip south and explore two regions – the capital, Lisbon, and Lagos on the sunny Algarve coast. While you can zip between the city and this charming coastal town in under three hours, if you have the time […]

14 best things to do and see in the Algarve

Daniela in Tavira

Whitewashed houses with little chimneys and colourful doors, the shrill of seagulls and shouts of fish vendors, the smell of sunscreen and grilling sardines. Here are my favourite things to do in the Algarve